71 pages 2 hours read

Charles Brockden Brown

Wieland

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1798

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Charles Brockden Brown’s Wieland is praised for its pioneering role in American Gothic literature, with a gripping and eerie narrative that delves into psychological horror. However, some critics note its convoluted plot and archaic language can be challenging for modern readers. Overall, it's a seminal work marked by vivid suspense and moral complexity.

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Who Should Read Wieland?

Fans of gothic novels and psychological horror who appreciate classic literature with intricate plots will enjoy Charles Brockden Brown's Wieland. Readers who admire the suspenseful nature of works like Mary Shelley's Frankenstein or Edgar Allan Poe's tales will find this novel compelling for its exploration of madness and early American settings.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Gothic Literature
Classic Fiction
Themes
Identity: Gender
Identity: Mental Health
Natural World: Appearance & Reality
Period
Romanticism / Romantic Period
Topics
History: U.S.